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| To Follow an Elf by Etharei | 5 Review(s) |
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| Dreamflower | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 9/28/2005 |
| Oh how lovely! I am so glad to finally get caught up with this lovely story! And it was just awesome to see the titles rolling forth like that, as each of them defended the other with the honors bestowed by Gandalf and Aragorn (at least in my mind the titles I used at the Ball were so given) I love what you did with them! Thank you! I hope that Dinimlad does not cause more trouble for the two friends. And I just *adore* your Thranduil. Author Reply: YAY, I'm relieved that you like how I used them. I've always wanted to see a scene like that; actually I suspect Thundera Tiger did something similar against an Evil!Thranduil (or at least, a Thranduil-Against-Gimli Thranduil) And thank *you* for letting me use them! :-D Teehee, and I reckon you say that only because you know Dinimlad will be up to no good later on *g* And Thranduil's proving to be a very tricky character to pin down, so I hope to gradually wrestle him fully into the story as the plot progresses. | |
| Rose Sared | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 9/2/2005 |
| I have no idea why I have managed to miss this little masterpiece, I have, I'm sorry and now I will try to keep up. Things I loved - Legolas gobsmacked by the greenwood in spring, Gimli ditto about the doors to the palace, kindly but bound by his kingship Thranduil, I even liked the nasty advisor, a little opposition just adds so much to a story. Will be looking forward to more. Well done Rose Author Reply: Aww, I'm just glad you found it and like it :-D Thank you, I shall endavour to not disappoint you. And Mr. Nasty Advisor has a perfectly plausible reason to be so, I can assure you ;-) | |
| Shaan Lien | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 9/2/2005 |
| Another enjoyable chapter. The liberties you take with Legolas' histroy make it all the more interesting. Author Reply: Thank you, I hope so, though it is a constant worry if I'm upsetting someone out there who knows more about Tolkien's work than I ever will. Thus I'm trying to keep to the books as closely as possible. | |
| TithenFeredir | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 8/31/2005 |
| Once again the reception Legolas received saddened me, although I could almost understand it given the dire situation in Mirkwood. I really don't like Dinimlad, and I wonder what got his knickers in a twist. But I love this bit from Gimli: “Legolas of the Nine Walkers!” he bellowed, his voice bouncing off the walls. “Legolas of the Three Hunters! Warrior of Helm’s Deep! Warrior of the Pelennor! Warrior of the Morannon! Lord of Ithilien! Nazgűl’s Bane!” He looked meaningfully at Thranduil. “Once more the House of Oropher stood before the Black Gates of Mordor to challenge Sauron.” That was truly rousing, and then when Legolas used nearly the same words to reveal Gimli's claim to renown, but with such quiet, dangerous authority, the contrast worked beautifully. Very nice! Author Reply: LOL, your phrasing has me in a fit of giggles ^_^ But all shall be explained in due time, and he does have a reason for bearing a grudge. And I'm very glad that you liked that little listing of titles; Gimli needed to vent, and I realised it probably wouldn't do to have him bodily tackle the advisor. As Dwarves have a tendency towards the ostentiatious when they're roused to it, I thought this a more fitting method. But to give credit where credit's due, most of the titles I used for Gimli and Legolas came from 'A New Reckoning' by Dreamflower. Thank you for taking the time to review! | |
| Lamiel | Reviewed Chapter: 4 on 8/31/2005 |
| This is a striking and beautiful account of Legolas' homecoming. You blend a perfect balance of action and description, and your dialogue is true to the characters and to Tolkien's world. Gimli's diary is also a nice narrative tool, and it gives the opportunity for a bit of humor and additional insight to the tale. There were a few moments that stood out in particular as I read this. Gimli's putting sap in Legolas' hair was a nice light moment, and Gimli's later introducing himself to the trees of Eryn Lasgalen was a wonderful glimpse into how he has grown over the course of the Quest and his friendship with Legolas. I particularly appreciate the way you've done tribute to the sea-longing while also developing your own source of angst for our Elf. I wonder if Legolas' people would really resent his joining the Fellowship, or at least express it so openly as the advisor did, but you do very well by balancing the negative reactions with those who are more positive and welcoming. Only one guard was reluctant to give passage at the gate, I note. If all the guards had been resentful it would have been over the top, but just the one foreshadows what's to come without being too much. I'm also glad that you gave the accusations to an advisor, rather than to Thranduil himself (which I presume was your alternate choice). The result made Thranduil perhaps a little passive in the throne room scene, but I'm confident that he will not remain so for long. And Gimli's defense of Legolas was perfectly done, very true to his character. Legolas' rise to defend Gimli in turn was absolutely masterful, and how wonderful to see him so commanding! Reluctant he may be, but when the situation requires it he truly shines. I am looking forward to seeing how the rest of this story develops. I think it a gap-filler in the same lines as Coriel and Thundera Tiger's work, and I know no higher compliment than that. Author Reply: Indeed, especially if it comes from such a talented writer as yourself! I have read 'In the Deep Places' a while back and highly enjoyed it, so I'm just speechless to hear your good opinion of my work. I also have the greatest respect for Coriel and Thundera, and cannot imagine achieving their level of ability, so many sincere thanks for your kind words Yes, because of the intensity of emotions our favourite Elf and Dwarf can get up to, I try to put in as many light moments as possible. I'm afraid I'm a bit of an angst-addict, though, and it shows. And the advisor does have a reason for acting the way he does, which will be made clear later. As for Thranduil, his character is difficult, as I don't want to end up mirroring everyone else's depiction of him. He is more cunning than he appears, and clearly cares for his children, but doesn't know Legolas as well as he thinks. I can only hope that the ensuing chapters do not disappoint, and am very grateful for your taking the time to leave a word. | |